Nourish your pal with Dr. Tim's Weight Management Metabolite Formula Dry Dog Food for a novel approach to help him manage his weight for a healthier lifestyle. Formulated through the combined efforts of a Ph.D. canine nutritionist and a veterinarian experienced in competitive dog sports and companion animal medicine, this food has high levels of protein, a complementary fiber structure and moderate fat content that work in tandem with your pet’s natural metabolism to support weight loss. Metabolite acts as a lock and key, opening one metabolic route after another to ensure your dog is optimizing his natural ability to burn calories and ensure you won’t give up due to excessive begging. It incorporates all angles of the weight loss process, from the molecular structure of the ingredients to the psychology of the pet owner, to build and maintain your dog’s healthy weight while understanding the behavioral difficulties of an overweight dog who’s always hungry.

Key Benefits

High protein, moderate fat and a special fiber blend work in conjunction with your dog's natural calorie furnace to help your dog lose weight.

With 77% protein from animal sources, this low-calorie meal is rich in essential amino acids, plus it has L-carnitine to promote fat metabolism.

Always feed to maintain ideal body condition. Adjust individual amount as needed considering activity level, environment and age. It’s best to feed Metabolite twice daily, so give half the following amounts per feeding. Always have fresh water available. Not for human consumption.

Based on their metabolism and activity level, senior dogs may need 25% less than the guidelines. Dr. Tim's Metabolite Dog Food is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for maintenance.

Transition Instructions

Transition your pet for about 4-5 days.

Day 1: 3/4 Old Food and 1/4 New Food

Day 2: 1/2 Old Food and 1/2 New Food

Day 3: 1/4 Old Food and 3/4 New Food

Day 4-5: 100% Dr. Tim's

Premium All-Natural Pet Foods and Treats

Dr. Tim's offers honest, nutritionally sound kibble, wet foods, dietary supplements and freeze-dried treats designed for every life stage. The high-quality ingredients include low-ash protein along with the right blend of carbohydrates, fats and fibers to allow your pet to lead a healthy life.

Foods Made to Match Your Pet

When shopping for Dr. Tim's pet foods, you'll notice the labeling indicates an activity level. That's because they're made to complement your pet's lifestyle, with ideal ratios of protein, fat, carbohydrates and fibers to help her thrive. You'll find recipes that are specially formulated for active pets, low-key pets, extreme athletes and those in need of weight management.

ACTIVE: This food is designed for the sporting dog that's active more days than not—dogs who hunt or jog every day, herding dogs, police dogs and the like. It's made for maximum digestion, an important consideration for these dogs that's often overlooked. Protein types and levels, fat types and levels, and fiber sources are formulated to maximize performance and recovery.

CASUAL LIFESTYLE: This is a diet intended for the dog who lives a normal lifestyle—sleeping on the couch, running around the backyard or going on car rides, walks or hikes and basically just living the good life. The only regular exercise she might get is tail wagging when she sees you at the end of the day, or some loving nose nudges.

EXTREME ATHLETES: This food is for dogs who are serious about working nearly every day for long periods of time, such as sled dogs and dogs who hunt most days of the season. It's extremely high in fat, high in protein and low in carbs, with the highest levels of essential omega-3 fatty acids and loads of antioxidants. Performance, endurance and recovery are all enhanced.

WEIGHT MANAGEMENT: This diet is intended for the dog who has put on some extra weight. High protein allows your overweight dog to be more active, and moderate fat allows her to feel satiated so she doesn't beg—an essential part of the equation. The omega-3 and antioxidant profiles help reduce the inflammatory stress that's prevalent in an overweight dog, too.

Treats That Deliver

Dr. Tim's freeze-dried treats are formulated for both cats and dogs—perfect for multipet households. They're made from 100% real, USDA-inspected meats from Wisconsin. And since they're freeze-dried, you can give your pet all the nutrition and flavor of raw meat without any of the mess or inconvenience.

Top It Off With Nutrition

Dr. Tim's Flavor Booster is made of 100% real, USDA-inspected beef liver powder from Wisconsin that is freeze-dried to maintain more nutrients. It's perfect for use as a food topper to encourage pets to eat and enjoy their meals, which makes it a great choice for finicky dogs or those who are ill or tired of the same formula.

About Dr. Tim's

As a veterinarian and accomplished musher, Dr. Tim Hunt understood his dogs' need for a food that promotes stamina, endurance and performance through proper digestion. Armed with a cement mixer, a cache of ideas, and an aversion for other diets on the market, Dr. Tim took to his Michigan garage on a mission to formulate a food that replicated a natural, wild diet for his Alaskan Huskies. Today, Dr. Tim's focus has since expanded to bring an honest, nutritionally sound food—sourced only from North America's highest quality ingredients—to every dog.

Thank you Dr. Tim

By Linckie
on Apr 23, 2018

My boy weighs 63 pounds and needs to lose 5 pounds. E-mailed Dr. Tim and asked for advise as to how much to feed, since I had seen no weightloss after almost 1 bag. He also did not gain which was a good sign. Dr. Tim answered immediately. I am now feeding 1 1/2 cups a day, devided into 2 meals. My boy is not hungry, loves the food and his fur is super soft. Will update on weight loss. Thank you Dr. Tim.

Not very digestible

By MaxFLL
on Mar 19, 2018

I have two dogs, an 8-year-old female Australian Cattle Dog mix, and a 9-year-old male German Short Haired Pointer mix. Both are in excellent health. I slowly switched from their previous food to Dr. Tim's. About a week after being solely on Dr. Tim's the size of their bowel movements had started to increase, to over twice the amount from when they were eating the previous brand. Their health otherwise is still excellent, but they are not digesting as much of the food as with the other brand. I've had them checked by their Vet, and she agrees that there must be some ingredient they are not digesting. I've switched them back.

Great for my Great Dane

By Chill
on Mar 22, 2018

Have had my almost 8 year old Great Dane on this food for 6 months and it has worked like a charm. She loves the food and has lost over 10 pounds. Since losing the weight she has a lot more energy and is playing like a pup again. Had her on another weight management food prior to this and she actually gained weight on it. So happy I found Dr Tim's!

Not noticed anthing so far.

By JP23
on Mar 6, 2018

My GSP has been on this for several months now. She's a tad overweight and after reading review and dling research, I decided to give this product a try. I haven't noticed any weight change, just a lot of gas.

Pleasantly surprised

By Finally
on Feb 1, 2018

Bought this for my overweight Pomeranian/chihuahua. I tried it out on my other three dogs as well. They behaved as if I put treats in their bowl instead of food! All 4 loved it. That is rare. Dieting dogs usually act hungry all day making food their total purpose in life. But it seems to hold them over. So far he feels lighter and slimmer in the belly area. I can’t believe I haven’t heard of this food before now! What a find!!!! Lowest calorie for a kibble I have found with the healthy ingredients that are inside. As well as highly rated on a dog food review site that is well known. Thank you for this food that has solved all my problems!

Doesn't work

By Chelle
on Nov 7, 2017

I'm on my second bag of this food and just took my dog to the vet to have him weighed after 6 weeks of eating (if that's what you call it) this food.
Not only has he not lost any weight, but he went UP an additional 9lbs. My dog weighed 123lbs prior to starting on Dr Tims, and now he's at 132lbs. Not only that but I've been having trouble getting him to eat 4 cups a day (which is lower than the amount suggested) and he obviously doesn't even like the taste of the food. They should offer a money back guarantee like the prescription diet food I just changed him over to does.
Disappointing!!

so far so good

By Jays
on Jan 25, 2018

My Dachshund is on his 3rd bag of Dr Tim's Metabolite dog food and seems to love the flavor. So far he has not lost any weight but at the same time has not gained any, which we were having problems with other dog food before. Will continue to keep him on this strict diet as well as his daily exercise to see further results but so far I am completely satisfied with this product. Only thing I could say they need to improve on is the packaging which is far from an issue.

Helps my beagle lose weight

By Theresa
on Jan 18, 2018

I have a five year old beagle with ongoing weight issues and have tried of multiple weight loss foods with no success. After much research I decided to give Dr. Tim's a chance. I wanted to see the change in weight after finishing one 30lb bag of food so without changing anything else except the food, my beagle actually lost four pounds! I couldn't be happier with these results after just one bag of food. He likes it too so I will definitely continue to feed him with Dr. Tim's weight management formula.